Longtime State Farm agent Marilyn Lewis retires, passes business to Lydia Romero and Nicole Williams
Marilyn "Mert" Paoli Lewis retired on April 30 after 42 years as a State Farm Agent. She started her career as a Scratch Agency in 1982, meaning she had no customers initially.
Over the years, she built an agency serving almost 4,000 households in the Carson City area and consistently ranked in the top 1 percent of State Farm Agents. Mert received multiple honors and awards, including Presidents Club, Chairmans Circle, Crystal Excellence, and Ambassador Club. She also achieved professional designations as a Financial Advisor and was recognized as "Best of Carson" for Financial Planning, Best Insurance Agent, and Best Customer Service.
Mert's book of business will be shared by two State Farm Agents, Lydia Romero and Nicole Williams.
Lydia Romero, who worked as Mert's Office Manager and right hand for a decade, will become a State Farm Agent starting May 1, 2024. Lydia is a 30-year resident of Carson City and has strong ties to the community. Her husband, Greg Lehman, is also a business owner in Carson City. The new office is located at 2085 E. William St #20, between Gold Dust West and Tractor Supply. Lydia is excited to continue Mert's commitment to excellence in a new environment.
Nicole Williams, a highly successful 12-year State Farm Agent in Reno, has opened her second location at 321 W. Winnie Ln. #106, which was Mert's former office location. Nicole, who was born and raised in Carson City, is honored and thrilled to be opening a location in her hometown. She has received numerous awards as a top agent within State Farm and is fully licensed in Insurance, Financial Services, and Securities.